Contemporary hand-colored engraving by Georg Gottfried Winckler, 1760
€250.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 40 cm × 30 cm , created by Georg Gottfried Winckler as a fine example of Contemporary hand-colored engraving work from the 18th Century (1700s).
Published by Georg Gottfried Winckler, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This London Customs House Engraving titled ‘Prospect von der Königlichen Mauth in London – Vue de la Douane Avec Une Partie de la Tour de Londres’ is a superb 18th‑century optical view. It was published by Georg Gottfried Winckler in Augsburg around 1760. The composition shows the Customs House beside the River Thames, looking toward the Tower of London. The image is engraved in reverse, meant to be viewed through a zograscope to create depth and perspective.
The handcoloured engraving measures 30 x 40 cm and remains in very good condition. Its colours are bright and lively, with only small wrinkles and a light number mark outside the image area. The detailed ships, buildings, and reflections bring the London riverside to life.
This London Customs House Engraving is a fine example of a Vue d’Optique print. It will appeal to collectors of antique city views, maritime scenes, and 18th‑century European engravings. The print combines historic charm, artistry, and a fascinating glimpse of London’s past.
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During the 18th century, mapmaking became more scientific and precise. Improved instruments like the telescope and chronometer helped cartographers increase accuracy, shifting maps from decorative art to factual documents. Copperplate engraving stayed as the main printing method, producing fine lines, while hand-coloring added visual impact. French cartographers, such as the Cassini family, led national surveys with geodetic measurements and triangulation, while Dutch mapmakers like Joan Blaeu enhanced printing and atlas quality, ushering in a golden age of atlases.
Maps began including more information and notes to help users, and ornate decorations mostly gave way to scientific clarity, except for cartouches and borders. National and colonial ambitions guided map production to aid navigation and territorial claims. By the late 18th century, large-scale surveys set modern cartography standards. Today, 18th-century maps mix scientific knowledge with artistry, are prized by collectors, and have influenced later cartographic methods. They offer insights into Enlightenment exploration and geography.
| Dimensions | 40 × 30 cm |
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| Technique | Contemporary hand-colored engraving |
| Published by | Georg Gottfried Winckler |
| Publish Date | 1760 |
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
